Phoenix, AZ – Fatal Truck Accident Reported on L-202 at 40th St
Phoenix, AZ (July 16, 2020) – Officials with the Arizona Department of Public Safety are investigating a deadly crash that occurred on the Loop 202 in Phoenix on Thursday afternoon.
According to initial reports, the crash happened just before 1:15 p.m. on eastbound Loop 202 at 40th Street. DPS says that a large truck was pulled off on the side of the road, just west of the gore point, when it was struck by a minivan. EMTs arrived on the scene shortly after the accident occurred and said that one person inside of the van died as a result of the accident.
The cause of the crash is unknown, though officers from the Phoenix Police Department and DPS were on the scene to conduct their investigation.
Our deepest condolences go out to the family of the deceased victim. Our thoughts are with any injured victims and their families in hopes of a full recovery.
Fatal Truck Accidents in Arizona
According to authorities with the Department of Public Safety, there were almost 12,500 truck and bus accidents, nearly 100 of which resulted in deaths in Arizona, in the last year. Nearly 2,728 truck collisions have ended in death, making these accidents some of the most serious and dangerous on the road.
Furthermore, Arizona has some of the most dangerous roads in the entire country, including several of the freeway loops and Interstate 10, which stretches from Phoenix to California. This stretch of highway alone sees an average of 85 deaths per year, and the entire state averages 700 traffic deaths each year.
Many of these fatalities are the result of driver negligence or accidents involving large trucks. And when it comes to truck accidents, victims may suffer from long-term physical issues, costly medical bills, and even job loss or death as a result of their serious injuries. The nature of these large truck and bus collisions means that victims sustain more serious injuries or even lose their lives as a result of the accident.
If you have been injured or lost a loved one in a truck accident, it is a good idea to speak with a truck accident attorney or an Arizona wrongful death attorney about your options moving forward.
At ELG, our compassionate attorneys have years of experience in helping victims and families in need after crashes that occur through no fault of their own. If you’ve been affected by a serious injury crash, you deserve to seek fair reimbursement for lost wages, medical bills, and emotional trauma.
We will gladly review the facts of your case and tailor our advice to match the specific needs of your case. Every consultation is free and there is no obligation to retain us after your visit. So at worst, you get free advice.
And at ELG, we do not cut corners and use intake specialists or a non-attorney to talk or meet with you. We guarantee your consultation will be with one of our experienced injury attorneys that only handle accident matters, so you can feel confident and assured that we will answer all of your questions.
Please contact our skilled truck accident lawyers for the help you need today at (623) 877-3600.
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Disclaimer: As members of the local Phoenix and broader Arizona community, we hope everyone in our community is safe and protected. We cover the events included in this blog as a way to offer support to the victims in similar circumstances and to provide relief during these difficult times. However, this information should not be misconstrued as legal advice, and you should speak with a trained legal professional for more information regarding your situation.
